NonDestructive Test Engineer II

Job Summary

Date Posted: 2026‑03‑26

Location:

Tucson, AZ (1151E Hermans Rd., BldgM
02)
Role Type:
Onsite (U.S. Citizen required; active US government‑issued security clearance needed)

• Secret‑level clearance required prior to start date.

• Ability to obtain interim clearance required.

• Perform non‑destructive testing (NDT) to support production, design development and failure analysis, including radiographic, ultrasonic, magnetic particle and penetrant methods.
• Inspect castings, electronics, welds, braze joints, composites, micro‑circuits and computer card assemblies.
• Develop and validate new inspection techniques and qualified methods.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to create test plans, determine sequencing, and validate inspection setups.
• Manage a portfolio of tasks within schedule and budget constraints.
• Analyze and interpret test results, communicate findings to engineering customers, and document in engineering reports.
• Conduct onsite inspections and travel up to 50% of the time for off‑site evaluations.
• Work second shift as required.

• University degree (or equivalent) with minimum 2 years relevant experience, or an advanced degree in a related field.
• NAS 410 Level2 certification in multiple methods (ultrasonic, radiography, magnetic particle, fluorescent penetrant).
• Experience with digital radiography, film radiography, ultrasonic testing (contact/immersion/CSAM), and other NDT techniques.
• Background in aerospace NDT of composites, castings, welds, micro‑circuits and computer card assemblies.
• Knowledge of ASTM E1742, ASTM E2698, AMS‑2175, ASTM E1444, ASTM E1417 and other relevant specifications.
• Familiarity with failure‑analysis equipment: digital microscope, optical microscope, laser milling, die‑shear/bond‑pull machine, plasma etcher.
• ESD protection knowledge and strong documentation/technical writing skills.
• Ability to work under stress, communicate under duress in a non‑confrontational manner, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills at all levels and competitive analytical thinking.

Up to 50% domestic and international travel; 2nd‑shift work may be required.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts.
• Flexible work schedules where possible, employee assistance and scholar programs.
• Parental leave, paid time off, holidays, and optional incentive compensation.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.